FilterLinc
Plug-In Electrical Noise Filter
Model :
1626 (5 Amp)
1626-10 (10 Amp)
FilterLinc Owner’s Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT FILTERLINC ................................................................................................................................... 3
Key FilterLinc Features .............................................................................................................................. 3
What is Included with FilterLinc ................................................................................................................. 3
About Electrical Noise and Signal Attenuation .......................................................................................... 4
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................ 5
Preparing to Install FilterLinc ..................................................................................................................... 5
Locating the Offending Device .................................................................................................................. 5
Installing FilterLinc ..................................................................................................................................... 5
SPECIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATION, AND WARRANTY .......................................................................... 6
Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Certification ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Limited Warranty ....................................................................................................................................... 6
FilterLinc Owner’s Manual
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ABOUT FILTERLINC
FilterLinc is designed to:
• Prevent noisy electrical devices from polluting onto the power lines
• Prevent INSTEON or X10 signals from being absorbed into appliances
Key FilterLinc Features
• 2-stage modified pie filter centered at 120 kHz
• 49.4 dB attenuation at 12 kHz
• Safety tested and approved by ETL
• Rated for up to 10 Amps (#1626-10) or 5 Amps (#1626)
• Unfiltered pass-through outlet on the front of device
• Does not effect higher frequencies on the AC line like FM intercoms and HomePNA devices
• Two-year warranty
What is Included with FilterLinc
• FilterLinc Plug-In Noise Filter
• Quick-Start Guide
Unfiltered
pass-through
outlet
Filtered
outlet
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About Electrical Noise and Signal Attenuation
Many electrical devices in your home may cause interference with your INSTEON or other power line-
based automation devices. Such devices will cause either:
• Electrical Noise – noise on your home’s electrical wires
• Signal Attenuation – absorption of INSTEON power line communicating signals
Electrical Noise
Some devices may only emit electrical noise when operating so they can be difficult to detect. Some of
the most common noise producers are:
• HID lighting
• Motorized devices (refrigerators, pumps, electric razors, hair dryers)
• Transformer-based light that uses solid-state transformers
• Fluorescent-based lighting and ballast transformers
• Failed or failing X10 transmitters
In most cases, electrical noise is caused by an electrical device that you have recently plugged in or an
existing device if you are just starting with an INSTEON system. There may also be a device in your
home that is beginning to fail or is wearing out, thus creating noise on the power line.
Signal Attenuation
FilterLinc will also dramatically lessen the effect of non-INSTEON devices on the signal. When a signal is
transmitted, it goes everywhere in your home. INSTEON signals are like water pipes – it actually gets
anywhere it can, not just to the receiving device. Some electrical devices will have more of an effect on
the signal strength than others.
In the last 20 years, an explosion of electrical devices has invaded homes. Computers, video gear, and
other high-end electronics are more present than in years past. Some of these devices contain
complicated electrical power supplies that are designed to provide clean electricity to the devices they
serve. Engineers design power supplies with built-in traps to filter out and kill electrical noise on the AC
line. Unfortunately, INSTEON signals look just like electrical noise to these devices. The result is that a
large percent of the transmitted signal is lost. The most common sources of signal loss are:
• Television, stereo components, satellite, and cable receivers
• Computer systems, monitors, and printers
• Computer Universal Power Supplies (UPS)
• Power strips
• Power supplies for laptops and cell phones
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INSTALLATION
Preparing to Install FilterLinc
CAUTION
Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference.
FilterLinc is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations in
the United States or the Canadian Electrical Code and local regulations in Canada. Use indoors only.
FilterLinc is not designed nor approved for use on power lines other than 120V 60Hz, single phase.
Attempting to use FilterLinc on non-approved power lines may have hazardous consequences.
Prior to installing FilterLinc, please review the entire installation procedure and take the following
precautions:
• Use indoors or in a properly insulated and weatherproof electrical box only
• Don’t plug FilterLinc into an outlet controlled by a switch because if the switch is inadvertently
turned off, FilterLinc won’t have power
• Don’t plug FilterLinc into a filtered power strip or AC filter
If you have any questions, please call:
INSTEON Gold Support Line
800-762-7845
Locating the Offending Device
If you suspect an electrical device might be interfering with INSTEON transmissions, use the following
steps to determine if the electrical device should be filtered:
1) Unplug the electrical device – don’t just turn it off
2) Retry sending INSTEON commands from the devices that are experiencing poor communications to
determine if they are working better
If the INSTEON devices begin working after the electrical device in unplugged, then install a FilterLinc
on that electrical device.
Installing FilterLinc
NOTE: FilterLinc should be installed between the offending device (noise-maker or signal-absorbing appliance) and
your home’s AC outlet.
1) Turn off the device to be filtered (i.e., TV or computer)
2) Unplug the device’s power cord from the outlet
3) Plug the cord into the outlet on the bottom of FilterLinc
4) Plug FilterLinc into an unswitched outlet
5) OPTIONAL: You may use the outlet on the front of FilterLinc as you would an ordinary uncontrolled
outlet. However, make sure the device you plug in does not harm INSTEON or other PLC signals.
It is usually recommended to avoid stacking INSTEON devices on pass-through outlets to prevent
overheating. FilterLinc does not generate heat, so it will not affect operation of the stacked INSTEON
device. But be sure only one INSTEON device is plugged into the FilterLinc pass-through outlet.
Now the device that was causing INSTEON transmission problems will be isolated from the AC lines,
making your home’s automation system more reliable.
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SPECIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATION, AND WARRANTY
Specifications
View specifications for FilterLinc at: www.smarthome.com/1626.html
Certification
This product has been thoroughly tested by ITS ETL SEMKO, a nationally recognized independent third-party testing
laboratory. The North American ETL Listed mark signifies that the device has been tested to and has met the
requirements of a widely recognized consensus of U.S. and Canadian device safety standards, that the
manufacturing site has been audited, and that the manufacturer has agreed to a program of quarterly factory follow-
up inspections to verify continued conformance.
Limited Warranty
Seller warrants to the original consumer purchaser of this product that, for a period of two years from the date of
purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will perform in substantial
conformity to the description of the product in this Owner’s Manual. This warranty shall not apply to defects or errors
caused by misuse or neglect. If the product is found to be defective in material or workmanship, or if the product does
not perform as warranted above during the warranty period, Seller will either repair it, replace it, or refund the
purchase price, at its option, upon receipt of the product at the address below, postage prepaid, with proof of the date
of purchase and an explanation of the defect or error. The repair, replacement, or refund that is provided for above
shall be the full extent of Seller’s liability with respect to this product. For repair or replacement during the warranty
period, call the INSTEON Gold Support Line at 800-762-7845 with the Model # and Revision # of the device to
receive an RMA# and send the product, along with all other required materials to:
Smarthome, Inc.
ATTN: Receiving Dept.
16542 Millikan Ave.
Irvine, CA 92606-5027
Limitations
The above warranty is in lieu of and Seller disclaims all other warranties, whether oral or written, express or implied,
including any warranty or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranty, including any
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, which may not be disclaimed or supplanted as provided
above shall be limited to the two-year of the express warranty above. No other representation or claim of any nature
by any person shall be binding upon Seller or modify the terms of the above warranty and disclaimer.
Home automation devices have the risk of failure to operate, incorrect operation, or electrical or mechanical
tampering. For optimal use, manually verify the device state. Any home automation device should be viewed as a
convenience, but not as a sole method for controlling your home.
In no event shall Seller be liable for special, incidental, consequential, or other damages resulting from possession or
use of this device, including without limitation damage to property and, to the extent permitted by law, personal injury,
even if Seller knew or should have known of the possibility of such damages. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts and/or the exclusion or limitation of damages, in which case the above limitations
and/or exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other legal rights that may vary from state to state.
INSTEON Technology Patent
U.S Patent No. 7,345,998, International patents pending
© Copyright 2011
Smarthome, 16542 Millikan Ave., Irvine, CA 92606, 800-762-7845, www.smarthome.com
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